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      It is interesting to see how rebuilding players acquired their players. Whether they are high draft picks, or were acquired for their team\’s former stars. The White Sox have players of both categories. This is how they were built.        CatchersWelington CastilloCastillo signed a two year deal with Chicago on December 1st, 2017.James McCannMcCannContinue reading “How they were built: Chicago White Sox”

      For a few years now, the Indians have been contenders, and made the 2016 World Series. They were constructed well, and have a talented roster. This is how they were built.        CatchersRoberto PerezPerez was drafted in the 33rd round of the 2008 draft.Kevin PlaweckiIn Janaury, the Indians acquired Plawecki from the Mets forContinue reading “How they were built: Cleveland Indians”

         The Blue Jays are a rebuilding team. But, they have made trades and signings throughout the years to improve their team. This is how they were built.           CatchingDanny JansenJansen was a 16th round pick in the 2013 MLB draft.Luke MaileIn April 2017, the Jays claimed Maile off waivers from the Rays.            InfieldJustinContinue reading “How they were built: Toronto Blue Jays”

            The Rays are always an interesting team. They have success despite a low payroll, so it should be interesting to see how they made that team. This is how they were built.              CatchingMike ZuninoIn November 2018, the Rays acquired Zunino, Guillermo Heredia and Michael Plassmeyer from the Mariners for Mallex Smith and JakeContinue reading “How they were built: Tampa Bay Rays”

         The Yankees have been plagued with injuries to start 2019, but have a boatload of talent on their roster, made by GM Brian Cashman. This is how they were built.          CatchersGary SanchezIn July 2009, Sanchez signed as an amateur free agent.Austin RomineRomine was drafted in the second round in the 2007 draft.          Continue reading “How they were built: New York Yankees”